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NEWS HEADLINES

F3 Challenge commits to UN Sustainable Development Goal
The F3 Challenge registered a voluntary commitment titled “Future of Fish Feed: A collaborative effort toward fish-free aquaculture feeds” at the UN’s Ocean Conference June 5-9 in New York City. The pledge supports the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14 to “conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.”Read Story

Genetics roadmap to develop more resilient farmed fish
WorldFish will embark on new research to create more resilient fish with characteristics such as disease resistance and more effective feed utilization. Based on a roadmap developed with world experts at a WorldFish-hosted fish breeding workshop on May 23–24 at The Roslin Institute in Edinburgh, the research will use advanced techniques such as genomic selection to introduce these characteristics into its improved tilapia strains. “Incorporating new traits in the breeding program for GIFT will help fish farmers prepare for future challenges such as climate change and increasing evidence of disease risks.”Read Story

IFFO response to presentation on algae joint venture
IFFO’S Neil Auchterlonie has released a response to a presentation about obtaining omega-3 fatty acids from natural marine algae for animal nutrition, which took place at the Bergen Press Event in March. "IFFO acknowledges the importance of alternative ingredients for both fishmeal and fish oil in support of aquaculture, but within its “As Well As, Not Instead Of” approach to the presence of those other ingredients in the marketplace. The important thing to recognize is the need for a basket of ingredients for fish and animal feed in the future, and the requirement for those industries to work together and be supportive in achieving the goal of improved protein supply. Progress will be hindered where one sector attempts to advance its own product at the expense of another – and particularly where the information provided on that sector is inaccurate."Read Story

SAIC collaborates with industry to give students direct route in aquaculture careers
Graduates seeking a career in aquaculture now have a direct route into the sector, with the launch of a new collaboration between the Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) and its industry partners. This is another key initiative that has been created for industry, in partnership with industry, to help ensure that the Scottish aquaculture sector has access to the skills it needs in order to deliver its 2030 growth ambitions. It gives employers direct access to the best of the talent pool and, equally, gives graduates a direct route into a career in aquaculture.”Read Story

NEWS BRIEFS

SCOTLAND - Work is under way at £90million plant on Skye
Work on a pioneering but controversial fish feed plant is now under way, in an economic boost for the north. Marine Harvest is building the facility at the Allt Anavig quarry at Kyleakin on Skye. A total of 55 full-time jobs will be created later this year as a result of the development, bringing much needed jobs to the island. The company has confirmed that the plant is due to be completed by next Autumn.Read Story

US - Compound from chickens being used to improve fish farms
University researchers are using oil that comes from a gland on chickens' tails to improve survival at fish farms in a discovery that could have global implications for the Atlantic salmon industry. Researchers believe the oil allows fish to focus energy that's otherwise spent fighting off infections and parasites in their gut into growth development. It also improves their chances of survival in stressful situations.Read Story

US - No borders in the ocean: Feed and seafood trade look to get their ‘sustainability’ act together
The companies involved in Seafood Business for Ocean Stewardship (SeaBOS), a project aiming to lead a global transformation towards sustainable seafood production, recently released a statement outlining concrete goals for the initiative. “The project is exciting as it bridges many worlds; it connects science and business, aquaculture and fisheries, European and North American companies to Asian companies.”Read Story

INGREDIENTS & COMMODITIES

U.S. Menhaden Fishmeal Prices at 6/21/2017
Prices for menhaden fishmeal in the Gulf and the East Coast for FAQ and Select Quality remain in the range of $1,250-1,350.

Peruvian & European fishmeal
Fishing in Peru has slowed down a bit, mostly due to inclement weather. Nearly 2 million m/t of the 2.8 million m/t quota has been landed thus far. It has been reported that sales on the books are currently around 500,000 m/t of fishmeal. Indication prices for Peru remain in the range of $1,000-$1,400. European fishmeal prices are in the range of $1,300-$1,400. Read more at Hammersmith Marketing on our Fishmeal page.

New Skretting concept boosts marine hatchery efficiency and flexibility
Skretting Marine Hatchery Feeds (MHF) has invested considerable R&D into the delivery of ORI-N3, its latest concept in Artemia enrichment that delivers a highly efficient incorporation of essential omega-3 fatty acids into the live feed, as well as far greater flexibility in the essential marine hatchery process. Developed at MHF’s Centre of Excellence in Vervins, France, ORI-N3 is an algae-based liquid. “With commercial trials of ORI-N3 imminent, our goal is to have the market fully up to speed ahead of the new season, starting in September.”Read More

SUPPLIERS NEWS

ISO certification for Dinnissen Process Technology
Dinnissen has achieved its goal of full ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 27001:2013 certification. "As an organization we’ve shown continued steady growth for years. This has convinced us that our success has resulted from customer focus, ongoing innovation and striving for quality."Read More

USSEC shares soy-based aquafeed technologies with Bangladesh industry
During the recent mission to conduct soy workshops in Bangladesh, USSEC consultants performed field visits to meet aqua customers to assess the level of technology and feed quality being used by the industry. A second objective was to share with and educate customers on the latest technologies and developments in aquaculture. Bangladesh is the fifth largest aquaculture-producing nation in the world and is also a significant importer of U.S soybeans, which it crushes in-country.Read More

REPORTS

USDA ERS: June 2017 Feed Outlook
Projected U.S. 2017/18 feed and residual use for the four feed grains (corn, sorghum, barley, and oats) and wheat is 147.5 million metric tons this month, 0.6 million higher than last month and 3.3 million below last year’s revised 150.8 million on a September-August marketing year basis. World coarse grain production is projected to reach 1,310.3 million tons in 2017/18, a reduction of 1.5 million from last month’s forecast.Read More

USDA ERS: June 2017 Oil Crops Outlook
USDA lowers its forecast of the 2016/17 soybean crush by 15 million bushels this month to 1.91 billion due to lackluster domestic demand for soybean meal. In addition, improved crops in South America are adding to price pressure on soybean meal, prompting a lowering of the 2016/17 average price forecast to $315 per short ton versus $320 last month. Season-ending soybean stocks for 2016/17 are forecast up to a 10-year high of 450 million bushels from 435 million last month. Read More

Market Report: Aquaculture Feed Market in EMEA
The Aquaculture Feed Market in EMEA report includes a comprehensive analysis of the present state of the market. The report starts with the basic Aquaculture Feed Industry in EMEA overview and then goes into detail including growth by top companies, trends by types and application, and forecast analysis to 2022.Read More

PEOPLE & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Aquafeed Job Center

New! Team Leader, Feed Production - Norway
Skretting ARC is looking for a business oriented and experienced team leader to join their Feed Production department. Main tasks include management and supervision of a team of process engineers, including recruitment and development of staff, and development and management of production & process audits as well as technical support visits at operating companies worldwide to improve plant performance.View Job Details

New! Researcher, Feed Production - Norway
Skretting ARC is currently looking for an experienced researcher in aquafeed production with an innovative mindset and good collaboration skills. The researcher will be a key player in the development of novel aquafeed products and processes. Main tasks include planning, coordination and execution of R&D work related to process and product development, as well as testing, evaluating and documentation of novel processes and technologies.View Job Details

Sales & Customer Support - USA
Zeigler Bros. Inc. currently has an opening for a motivated and dynamic individual to drive inside sales and customer support for international business development in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Primary responsibilities for this position include supporting business development through work with existing accounts and identifying, tracking, and pursuing new opportunities leading to the addition of new customers.View Job Details

Aquaculture Nutritionist - Global
Zinpro Corporation is seeking an Aquaculture Nutritionist with a thorough understanding of the aquaculture industry, with a focus on salmon. In this role, the Nutritionist will provide aquaculture nutritional services and training to the sales team and customers globally. View Job Details

Aquaculture Nutritionist - USA
Zeigler Bros., Inc. has an immediate opening for an Aquaculture Nutritionist. Candidates will be expected to formulate fish and/or shrimp feeds for all life stages based on the most current scientific knowledge, develop nutritional strategies to address industry needs, assess the nutritional and economic value of dietary regimes, and provide technical field sales support.View Job Details

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BIO World Congress to feature education track on synthetic biology
The 2017 BIO World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology will feature a three-day education track exploring synthetic biology’s potential to accelerate commercial development of biotechnology products. Panels and presentations feature speakers from companies, universities and government.Read More

Alltech ONE17 Conference presentations now available on Alltech Idea Lab
Recordings of most presentations from 'ONE: The Alltech Ideas Conference' are now available on the Alltech Idea Lab. Access is free upon signup.Read More

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